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Capital A Among Active Stocks Today, Gains Over Four Pct On Positive 1Q Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd has emerged as an active stock today, with its share price rising over four per cent following its strong first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) performance, which saw the company’s turnaround with a net profit.

Cautious Trading Ahead For Rubber Market Amid Supply Concerns

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 (Bernama) -- The local rubber market is likely to remain on a downtrend next week as businesses are still cautious about the global market outlook, according to the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).

Mah Sing Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM66.04 Mln In 1Q 2025, On Track For Full-Year Sales Target

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- Mah Sing Group Bhd's net profit increased to RM66.04 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) from RM60.05 million in 1Q 2024, supported by an increase in the property development segment. 

Concerns Over US Fiscal Position Dampen The Dollar

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The US dollar continues to weaken, pressured by concerns over the United States (US) fiscal outlook, including rising debt, widening deficits and increased government spending, alongside trade tensions and shifting global investments.

Malaysia’s GDP Growth Could Rebound To 4.6 Pct if US Tariffs Lifted - MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth could rebound to the earlier projection of 4.6 per cent from 4.0 per cent for 2025 if the sweeping US tariffs were removed, according to MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar, Court Pauses Block On Trump-era Tariffs

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar today, boosted by improved investor confidence in emerging market currencies after a US court temporarily halted a decision to block most Trump-era import tariffs, an analyst said.

KPJ Healthcare Posts RM57.1 Mln Net Profit In 1Q FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- KPJ Healthcare Bhd's net profit decreased to RM57.1 million in the first quarter of the financial year ending Dec 31, 2025 (1Q FY2025), down from RM71.4 million in 1Q FY2024.

Supply Chain Challenges Demand Resilience And Agility From Businesses - Tengku Zafrul

KLANG, May 29 (Bernama) -- Businesses are encouraged to integrate resilience, agility and adaptability into their strategies to navigate global supply chain disruptions, as geopolitical tensions have become increasingly common in today’s globalised economy. 

CPO Futures Extend Gains For Fifth Day On Firmer Soybean Oil Prices

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives climbed for the fifth consecutive session today, driven by stronger soybean oil prices.

IJM Posts Weaker Net Profit Of RM403.38 Mln In FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- IJM Corporation Bhd posted a lower net profit of RM403.38 million for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 (FY2025), down from RM600.28 million in the previous year.

Gold Futures End Lower, Weighed Down By Strong Dollar After US Court Invalidates Trump’s Tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower, weighed down by a stronger US dollar after a US trade court blocked most of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports into the country.

Global Air Cargo Demand Up By 5.8 Pct Y-o-y In April - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a year-on-year (y-o-y) increase in global air cargo demand for April 2025.